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How to: Refresh the garage door

When deciding on a DIY job around the home, sometimes the smallest project can make the biggest difference. The garage door is one of the most visible external features of the home and extreme weather and frequent use can leave the paint to peel and appear worn and weathered. A fresh lick of paint however, can give the garage door a whole new lease of life and brighten the entire exterior of the home.

Here’s what you’ll need before beginning the project:

Materials

Wire brush or sandpaper

Bucket

Dishwashing detergent

Hammerite Garage Door Paint

Newspaper or drop-sheet

Paint brush

Method

Remove rust and loose paint with a wire brush or coarse sandpaper.

Using water and a diluted detergent wash down thoroughly to remove all dust, grease and dirt which may prevent the paint from sticking to the surface. Rinse with clean water.\

Place a drop-sheet or newspaper around the surrounding area to catch any spills or drips.